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Theogene Niyomufasha; Celestin Ntivuguruzwa; Leon Rugema Mugabo – Cogent Education, 2024
The subject of physics can sometimes seem esoteric and challenging to engineering students. It would be beneficial to create a more conducive learning environment for them by combining words, mathematical equations, graphs, and diagrams to increase their problem-solving abilities. It has been demonstrated in mechanics that employing multiple…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Problem Solving, Mathematics, Achievement Tests
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Merzifonluoglu, Ayse; Tulgar, Aysegül Takkac – Reading Matrix: An International Online Journal, 2022
The popularity of technology use in various aspects of individuals' lives has necessitated integrating some form of technologies into language education to have a more effective teaching and learning process. Considering basic and sub-skills in English, vocabulary is probably the most preferred skill to learn by using different technological tools…
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, Achievement Tests, Creative Writing, Writing Assignments
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Dagdeler, Kübra Okumus; Konca, Mustafa Yavuz; Demiröz, Hakan – Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 2020
The aim of this study was to identify the effectiveness of a mobile application in vocabulary knowledge improvement of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. This study adopted a quasi-experimental research design consisting of an experimental and a control group with 73 participants studying at two state universities in Turkey. During the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Telecommunications
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Li, Ishuan; Simonson, Robert – Journal of Economic Education, 2016
In this article, the authors describe the structure and assessment of a capstone course in economics. The outcomes are noteworthy for three reasons. First, among cited evidence to date, this is the only undergraduate economics program from a nonselective public university reporting similar achievements in undergraduate research paper publications.…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Student Research, College Seniors, Economics Education
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Özer, Selda – i.e.: inquiry in education, 2020
The aim of the study was to determine the effect of active learning techniques applied in Vocational English Course on students' achievement and attitude. In the research, quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test control group model was used. The participants included the students majoring Tourism Management at a state university in…
Descriptors: Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Poetry, Concept Mapping
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Çetin Köroglu, Zeynep – GIST Education and Learning Research Journal, 2020
The present research aimed to find out whether digital short stories can improve language learners' listening skills. The purpose of this study was to figure out student teachers' perceptions of digital short stories' implementation into language classrooms. Specifically, the current research aimed to investigate whether digital short stories are…
Descriptors: Action Research, Listening Skills, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
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Yapici, I. Ümit – Journal of Education and Training Studies, 2016
The aim of this study was to examine the effect of Blended Cooperative Learning Environment (BCLE) in biology teaching on students' classroom community sense, their academic achievement and on their levels of satisfaction. In the study, quantitative and qualitative research methods were used together. The study was carried out with 30 students in…
Descriptors: Instructional Effectiveness, Blended Learning, Cooperative Learning, Biology
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Seker, Meral – Language Teaching Research, 2016
Studies show that incorporating self-regulated learning (SRL) strategies into foreign language teaching encourages the development of autonomous learners. However, interviews with teachers (n = 51) indicate that they mostly do not consider SRL in classroom practices. The present study attempts to highlight the significance of SRL in language…
Descriptors: Metacognition, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Teacher Attitudes
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Özdemir, Ahmet Sükrü; Göktepe Yildiz, Sevda – Eurasian Journal of Educational Research, 2015
Problem Statement: The SOLO model places responses provided by students on a certain level instead of placing students there themselves. SOLO taxonomy, including five sub-levels, is used for determining observed structures of learning outcomes in various disciplines and grade levels. On the other hand, the spatial orientation skill is the ability…
Descriptors: Elementary School Teachers, Preservice Teachers, Spatial Ability, Orientation
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Eksi, Gonca Yangin; Yesilçinar, Sabahattin – English Language Teaching, 2016
Given the limited time for instruction in the classroom, pronunciation often ends up as the most neglected aspect of language teaching. However, in cases when the learner's pronunciation is expected to be good or native-like, as is expected of language teacher trainees, out-of-class self-study options become prominent. This study aimed to…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Assistive Technology, Educational Technology, Computer Mediated Communication
Olson, Lynn – Education Week, 2006
Faced with thousands of incoming students who needed remedial classes, the California State University system launched an effort in 2001 to provide high school juniors with an early signal of whether they have the English and math skills necessary for college, and to provide help for those who do not. CSU draws its students from the top third of…
Descriptors: High School Students, Student Placement, Achievement Tests, College Preparation
Banta, Trudy W.; And Others – International Journal of Institutional Management in Higher Education, 1986
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville has successfully integrated a program for assessing student outcomes in the ongoing institutional processes of peer review, strategic planning, and internal resource allocation. Students are tested in general education and their major fields and participate in curriculum and instructional evaluations.…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, College Administration, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods